How many planning applications have been submitted near Wix?

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Wix. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Wix?

The average planning decision time near Wix is 33 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Wix?

The planning approval rate near Wix is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wix?

The most common type of planning application near Wix is telecoms, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wix?

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Wix, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wix, Essex.

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About Wix

Wix is a village and civil parish located in the Tendring district of north-east Essex, England, nestled in a small valley just 2 miles south of the Stour Estuary. Historically significant as a crossroads to Harwich, it has since been bypassed by the A120 road. As of the 2021 census, Wix has a population of 804, making it a quaint community that may be of interest for local planning applications.

Population: 804 (2021)

District: Tendring

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £389,710 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 010D

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2
burglary: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wix.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wix.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Wix based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Wix.

- Sunnydene Harwich Road Wix Manningtree Essex CO11 2RY
Householder Planning Application - Proposed increase in roof height and revisions to form hipped roofs to facilitate loft conversion, front dormers and recessed balcony area to rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tendring | Date: 2025-11-24
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- Land off Bradfield Road Wix Essex
Outline Planning Application (all matters reserved) - Erection of three self build dwellings.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tendring | Date: 2025-11-18
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A brief summary of Wix in Essex

Property prices in Wix show an average sale price of £389,710, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Wix is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wix includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Wix

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Wix. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wix may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wix were telecoms (3), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

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